How should the neck be massaged in relation to the flow of blood?

movements should follow the flow of the jugular veins downward

A gland is _________.

a specialized organ : produces chemicals for the body to function properly

Which of the following would OSHA most likely be involved in regulating?

the disposal of chemical products used in workplace

What is a general rule regarding the tone of concealer?

it should match the tone of foundation

What considerations must be made when designing a treatment room?

it must allow the esthetician to move comfortably in the space

Which of the following is NOT true for healthy professionals?

taking a sick day should be avoided at all costs

What is true of metal spatulas used in the wax treatment room?

enough must be laid out pre-service to ensure there is no double dipping

A high frequency machine _______.

may be louder than other machines

What is the best advice to follow when interacting with a client?

listen carefully before responding

How should single use supplies be treated after use?

they must be disposed of in a covered waste receptacle

What are open comedones?

blackheads caused by a buildup of debris, oil, and dead skin cells

In order to best increase efficiency, a technician should ________.

practice pre and post service techniques

Analyzing the skin occurs ______.

immediately after the deep cleansing

What is the proper technique for using lancets for extractions?

hold the lancet at an angle to the skin that is 35 degrees or less

The next appointment with a client should be scheduled _____.

after the client has paid for the service

What should a beauty professional do if they experience a hair splinter?

remove it immediately with warm water and tweezers

What did the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) replace?

the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

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1
The oil glands are also known as ______.
arrector pili
sudoriferous glands
endocrine glands
sebaceous glands
2
Evaporation, perspiration, radiation, and insulation all help the skin with ________.
protection
heat regulation
excretion
absorption
3
The makeup technique where a small hand-held device made up of tiny needles is used to add pigment to the skin is called
microblading
reticular pigmentation
ink tattooing
semi-permanent dermagraphics
4
Whiteheads are a condition also known as _______.
closed comedones
pustules
cysts
open comedones
5
How should the neck be massaged in relation to the flow of blood?
movements should flow upward against the flow of the jugular veins
movements should follow the flow of the jugular veins downward
movements should move downward against the flow of the jugular veins
movements should follow the flow of the jugular veins upward
6
Which percentage of natural sunlight is visible, making up the visible spectrum of light?
35%
70%
95%
10%
7
A gland is _________.
a specialized organ : produces chemicals for the body to function properly
a chemical that changes food into a form that can be used by the body
a group of body organs that come together to perform the same function
a specialized organ that determines male or female characteristics
8
Which of the following would OSHA most likely be involved in regulating?
the disposal of chemical products used in workplace
the sale of chemical products used in workplace
the registration of chemical products used in the workplace
the manufacture of chemical products used in workplace
9
One example of a fairly highly comedogenic cosmetic ingredient is ______.
coconut oil
jojoba oil
argan oil
hemp seed oil
10
Hard keratin makes up ________ percent of human hair.
10
15
30
90
11
What is a general rule regarding the tone of concealer?
it should match the tone of foundation
it should be lighter than the tone of foundation
it should be lighter than the skin tone
it should be darker than the tone of foundation
12
What system provides the clearest structural framework to makeup application?
endocrine system
skeletal system
integumentary system
muscular system
13
Electric mitts and boots should be used in conjunction with _____.
a disposable brush
paraffin wax
plastic liners
gauze
14
What is true of soft wax that is not true of hard wax?
soft wax distorts hair growth
soft wax does not distort follicles
soft wax does not cause irritation
soft wax is applied without the use of strips
15
During a facial, towels should be left on the skin for _____.
2 minutes
4 minutes
8 minutes
6 minutes
16
What considerations must be made when designing a treatment room?
it must be just large enough to accommodate a table
it must be at least 15 feet by 10 feet
it must allow the esthetician to move comfortably in the space
it must be equal to that of every other treatment room in the salon or spa
17
Which of the following is NOT true for healthy professionals?
avoiding work related injuries should be done through care and ergonomics
intake of proper daily nutrients is beneficial for practitioners & clients
taking a sick day should be avoided at all costs
maintaining a strong, healthy body affects the health of one's practice
18
The longest anagen phase is found in ______.
eyelashes
scalp hair
eyebrows
chin hair
19
When applying soft wax to a client's leg, always begin with _____.
the ankle
the knee
the top of the foot
the toes
20
What is divided into 3 parts: the cuticle, the cortex, and the medulla?
hair bulb
hair shaft
hair root
hair papilla
21
What condition would benefit the most from chemical exfoliation?
sensitive skin
hyperpigmentation
mature skin
dehydrated skin
22
Redness and distended capillaries caused by a weakening of the capillary walls are a condition called ______.
keratosis
milia
erythema
telangiectasia
23
What is also known as aging rays?
UVD radiation
UVB radiation
UVC radiation
UVA radiation
24
How does energy move through space?
mechanically
in waves
electromagnetically
by physical force
25
What is true of metal spatulas used in the wax treatment room?
enough must be laid out pre-service to ensure there is no double dipping
they each must be double dipped at least once during a service
they must be used only with soft wax
they must be disposable
26
Disease causing microorganisms that are carried in the body by blood or body fluids, such as hepatitis or HIV are ____.
bloodborne pathogens
systemic infections
mycobacteria
bloodborne viruses
27
During a massage, the idea music is ______.
is no music at all
has no words
in the client's favorite playlist
varies in tempo
28
A high frequency machine _______.
will increase product absorption
may leave a metallic taste in the mouth
may create the sensation of an electric shock
may be louder than other machines
29
Before preheating, the steamer water level should be set ________.
slightly above the fill line
as full as possible
slightly below the fill line
a quarter inch above empty
30
What is the most stimulating form of massage?
Tapotement
Effleurage
Friction
Vibration
31
What is the best advice to follow when interacting with a client?
don't ask too many questions
explain to the client as clearly as possible what the treatment will be
listen carefully before responding
speak loudly and clearly at all times
32
What undertone do cool colors have?
green
blue
gray
yellow
33
Because of ____, the human body is able to resist and destroy pathogens and respond to infection.
toxicity
safety
immunity
tolerance
34
How should single use supplies be treated after use?
they must be placed on a counter
they must be sterilized
they must be placed on a clean towel
they must be disposed of in a covered waste receptacle
35
When a surface is properly cleaned, the number of contaminants on the surface is _______.
zero
slightly reduced
unchanged
greatly reduced
36
What are open comedones?
rough areas on the skin resulting from sun exposure
blackheads caused by a buildup of debris, oil, and dead skin cells
hardened, pearl like masses of oil and dead skin cells
whiteheads that are blocked and do not have follicular openings
37
In order to best increase efficiency, a technician should ________.
speak to clients about their needs
observe other estheticians
practice pre and post service techniques
review written materials frequently
38
When using crystal-free microdermabrasion, the most common application technique involves _____ passes.
cross-hatching
diagonal
horizontal
vertical
39
Analyzing the skin occurs ______.
before the deep cleansing
immediately after the deep cleansing
at the very beginning of the treatment
after desincrustation
40
Which of the following is a type of fungi?
staphylococci
mycobacterium
pus
mildew
41
What is the proper technique for using lancets for extractions?
always reuse the same lancet
pierce the skin vertically
hold the lancet at an angle perpendicular to the skin
hold the lancet at an angle to the skin that is 35 degrees or less
42
Cystic acne is grade _______ acne.
II
I
IV
III
43
Sclerotherapy is used to treat ______.
telangiectasia
varicose veins
couperose
rosacea
44
Where is the highest point of blush application on the face?
the cheekbone
the temple area
an imaginary line from the tip of the nose to the middle of the ear
the hairline
45
Most noncomedogenic type of foundation makeup is _____.
liquid
primers
creams
mineral
46
The type of skin which generally freckles and does not tan is _______.
Fitzpatrick 2
Fitzpatrick 8
Fitzpatrick 1
Fitzpatrick 6
47
The next appointment with a client should be scheduled _____.
before the client leaves the treatment area
after the client has paid for the service
before the retail products are recommended
by phone the following business day
48
What should a beauty professional do if they experience a hair splinter?
wait until the end of the day to remove it
wait until there is time between clients to remove it
nothing, as this is just a minor nuisance
remove it immediately with warm water and tweezers
49
Camoflage makeup is typically applied ________.
in a spa
in a hospital
on a film set
in a client's home
50
Pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB) is usually caused by _______.
electric tweezing
shaving
waxing
chemical depilatory
51
What did the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) replace?
the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
the National Institutes of Health (NIH)
the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
52
Which of the following is an example of an electrical safety device that you may encounter in a salon or spa?
a circuit breaker
an alternating current
an ampere
a conductor
53
A client should not have a chemical peel with a low pH if that client _______.
has dry skin
has acne
uses retin-a
has oily skin
54
The layer of the epidermis that contains cells filled with keratin that resemble little grains is the _______.
stratum germinativum
stratum lucidum
stratum granulosum
stratum corneum
55
What are contraindications?
factors that allow for a wide range of treatment options
factors that indicate a certain service should be performed
factors that demand the use of certain products
factors that prohibit the use of certain products
56
Squamous cell carcinoma is defined as _________.
a small epidermal cyst that appears as firm white papules
a sebaceous cyst or subcutaneous tumor filled with sebum
a condition characterized by red or pink scaly papules or nodules
a condition characterized by sores, reddish patches
57
What procedure does not happen during an express facial?
extractions
post consultation
exfoliation
cleansing
58
What is the best choice of a product's pH for use in salon peels?
a pH between 3-5.5 depending on the client's skin pH
An alkaline pH
a pH less than 3
a pH that is neutral
59
What accompanies the rapid oxidation of a substance during combustion?
the production of heat and light
neutralization
an endothermic reaction
an ionization of the substance
60
What technique will produce the best results when performing an eyebrow waxing with soft wax?
pulling the strips as far from the skin as possible
pulling the strips with the hair growth
facing the client
standing behind the client
61
What is a white blood cell?
a cell that forms a fluid that acts as a delivery system
a cell that destroys disease causing germs
a cell that carries oxygen to the body cells
the basic cell of the nervous system
62
The first step in infection control is _____.
elimination
sterilization
disinfecting
cleaning
63
In order to properly prepare your treatment room, you should expect to arrive ______.
at least 30 minutes early
at least an hour early
at least 15 minutes early
at least 5 minutes early
64
The client's color selection should be made in which order by a makeup artist?
hair color, eye color, skin color
skin color, eye color, hair color
eye color, skin color, hair color
hair color, skin color, eye color
65
The correct application of a sheet mask begins with _______.
the forehead
the neck
the nose
the chin
66
What percentage of makeup sales can artists expect to take home from a salon?
at least 10% of the sale
at least 5% of the sale
up to 5% of the sale
up to 1% of the sale
67
Drying after effects are typically avoided with _______.
crystal microdermabrasion
manual microdermabrasion
crystal free microdermabrasion
hydradermabrasion
68
What accurately describes follicles in dry skin?
small
moderate
difficult to visualize
large
69
Compared to beta keratin, alpha keratin ______.
is harder
is softer
has a higher fat content
makes up majority of human hair
70
Which of the following is TRUE of daily water intake?
water consumption should be kept to a minimum
food intake provides a trivial amount of daily water
you can never drink too much water
as with other healthy habits, moderation is the best choice
71
What is true of Fitzpatrick skin types 5 and 6?
is does not need sun protection
it doesn't need as much deep pore cleansing
it requires more exfoliation
it has lower reactivity than lower Fitzpatrick skin types
72
Solar comedones are ________.
rough areas on the skin resulting from sun exposure
large blackheads, usually around the eyes, due to sun exposure
whiteheads that are blocked and do not have follicular openings
hardened, pearl-like masses of oil and dead skin cells
73
The best investment for an esthetician starting out would be ________.
a good skin scope
a reliable steamer
a magnifying lamp that has a 10 diopter magnification
a rotary brush with ultrasonic technology
74
The t-zone refers to _______.
the center of the face
the area at the top of the thighs
the area above the trapezius muscle
the throat
75
When mixing chemicals, one should _______.
never use secondary containers, such as spray bottles
avoid rooms or areas that are well ventilated
use a measuring device, such as a cup or spoon
add the water to the chemical, not the other way around
76
A client who has a scar under her arm _______.
will sweat more readily
will never grow hair on that part of the underarm
cannot be waxed in the axillary area
will be sensitive to touch there
77
What does a watt measure?
the resistance of an electric current
how much electric energy is being used in one second
the pressure or force that pushes electric current through a conductor
the strength of an electric current
78
Often, clients who are just getting sick can be contagious without showing signs of infection. These clients are ____.
sanitized
asymptomatic
antiseptic
precautious
79
What is the purpose of the immune/lymphatic system?
to distribute blood throughout the body
to support the skeletal system
to process neurological impulses
to destroy disease causing toxins and bacteria
80
Which of the following will NOT necessarily be on the label of an EPA-registered disinfectant?
the word "concentrate"
a contact time
a registration number
efficacy claims
81
What is DNA?
A fluid in the nucleus of the cell that contains proteins
An odorless, gel-like fluid containing nutrients for the cell
The part of the cell that encloses the protoplasm
The blueprint material of genetic information
82
Of the following, which will help an esthetician best maintain an effective long-term career?
stick as closely as possible to what has worked in the past
stay informed about the latest developments in the industry
use a narrow range of effective products
always use the newest products
83
Stage performers remove their heavy makeup with _______.
cleansing creams
cleansing lotions
cleansing oils
cleansing waters
84
Chemical exfoliation does NOT typically result in ________.
improved skin texture
reduced surface pigmentation
increased CRF
dry skin
85
What treatment requires clients to remove jewlery?
wood's lamp
galvanic machine
spray machine
steamer
86
What gland is most closely connected to the regulation of blood pressure?
pituitary gland
thyroid gland
adrenal glands
parathyroid glands
87
An example of a moderately low comedogenic cosmetic ingredient is ________.
palm oil
almond oil
coconut oil
wheat germ oil
88
The technique that releases nutrients and carbon dioxide and purifies the system is _____.
friction
tapotement
effleurage
petrissage
89
The treatment that uses a vacuum massage to treat cellulite is called?
balneotherapy
stone massage
endermology
reflexology
90
The glabella should be tweezed _______.
before tweezing the right brow
before tweezing the left brow
after tweezing both brows
after brushing the eyebrows in line
91
Federal regulations requires the labeling of cosmetics to do all of the following except _______.
list the ingredients in descending order of predominance
list the company's location or distribution point
list the ingredients of a fragrance
list the company's name

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